Fetus Papyraceous in a Twin Pregnancy: A Case Report.

Fetus papyraceous or compress is the compressed, mummified, parchment-like remains of a dead twin, which is retained in utero after intrauterine death in the second trimester. It is an uncommon finding. The incidence of fetus papyraceous is reported as 1 in 17,000 to 1 in 20,000 pregnancies. Incidence of fetus papyraceous in twin pregnancy is 1 in 184 to 1 in 200 pregnancies. Here we report a case of fetus papyraceous in a twin pregnancy with no adverse effects on mother.

Delayed Diagnosis of Fetus Papyraceous with Microcephaly of Surviving Co-Twin.

Fetus papyraceous is a relatively rare complication in twin pregnancy. Ultrasound detection is not always possible due to anatomical position and technical difficulties. It is very important to make a diagnosis in time to prevent severe complications.